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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. These MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is decent? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Vatican City to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle poor student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of these open educational initiatives. Professors want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this expanding desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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